Chief Nursing Officer at Ohioleaguefornursing

Position Chief Nursing Officer
Posted 06 Jan 2026
Expired 05 Feb 2026
Company Ohioleaguefornursing
Location Portland | US
Job Type Full Time

Job Description:

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Position Overview

The Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) provides executive direction, and leadership in the development of strategies to provide direct patient care and continuously improve care quality. As a member of the senior leadership team, the CNO is a key participant in strategic planning, program development and evaluation, regulatory compliance activities, and establishment of policies/procedures to guide workplace practices. The CNO is directly accountable for the 24/7/365 delivery of Nursing Services across both campuses of Oregon State Hospital.

Leadership

Maintain responsibility, accountability and authority for ensuring adherence to professional standards of practice and care in areas of responsibility, establishing policies and procedures to guide practice, measuring and evaluating outcomes and working in collaboration with other disciplines to plan, implement and ensure the delivery of cost effective, therapeutic services.

Ensure necessary regulatory agency compliance, quality accreditations and adherence to applicable state and federal laws, administrative guidelines and professional standards of practice including, but not limited to, OSBN Nurse Practice Act, American Nursing Association, ANCC certifications, Accrediting/Licensing agencies (CMS, the Joint Commission) ANA Psychiatric Nursing Standards.

Provide both nursing executive leadership and organizational administration oversight of nursing department operations to ensure the delivery of high‑quality care and services to patients in a safe and secure environment.

In coordination with OSH Training and Education, provide direction for hospital‑based and/or contracted staff, education, development and training programs, including those which qualify students for licensure or certification as a qualified healthcare provider.

Participate as an active member of the hospital’s governing body, quality, nurse and clinical executive councils, as well as patient safety, care of patients and ethics committees.

Fiscal Management

Develop, review and present budgetary reports relative to areas of responsibility.

Monitor expenditures from the current biennium approved budget and consult with the hospital CFO regarding expenditure needs outside the budget.

Oversee nursing resource allocation and capacity management through staffing plans and coordination with the OSH Nurse staffing committee.

Create protocols for the delivery of safe and efficient use of staff to provide direct care.

Personnel Administration

Actively participate in recruiting, interviewing, selecting and orienting personnel for key nursing and clinical support department management positions.

Provide ongoing, consistent performance feedback with direct reports, completing goal setting, performance and position description reviews.

Cultural Responsiveness

Demonstrate recognition of the value of individual and cultural difference; create a work environment that is respectful and accepting of diversity where talents, abilities and experiences are valued and leveraged.

Assures that service delivery is provided in a culturally and linguistically responsive manner.

Pursue personal and professional growth through education and training and participation in relevant professional organizations; pursue education and training related to the impact of systemic racism, elimination of health inequities, and development of diverse and inclusive work environments.

Work Environment

This position’s daily work is performed within a psychiatric hospital environment in the presence of people experiencing or living with mental illness whose behavior may be unpredictable and may act out verbally or physically. The nature of this work will require that you be able to flex hours s when necessary to complete time sensitive projects or ensure the safe and efficient operation of our 24/7/365 operation, traveling from Salem to Junction City on a weekly/bi‑weekly basis.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Seven years of management experience; OR four years of management experience and a bachelor’s degree in a related field (Nursing, Public Health)
  • Licensure in Oregon as a Registered Nurse is mandatory for the Chief Nursing Officer role.
Desired Attributes
  • Master’s degree in nursing or related field (MPH, MHA, MBA, etc.) is requested for this role.
  • Thorough and complete understanding of regulatory and accreditation requirements such as those from Centers of Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), The Joint Commission (TJC), and licensing boards.
  • Knowledge of the principles of organizational development and change management.
  • Knowledge of healthcare quality essentials.
  • Demonstrated ability to articulate expectations and set care delivery goals in coordination with system initiatives.
  • Demonstrated ability to set standards for clinical resource management to meet safety, service and quality goals to assure consistent application across the hospital/organization.
  • Highly developed communication skills used for:
    • Effective consumption of information across a large organization
    • Removal of barriers to creating efficiencies
    • Cross‑functional alignment
    • Clarity and expectations around shared goals
How to Apply

At the time of application, ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up to date, and attach a current copy of your resume and cover letter. Please include in your application (1) a cover letter (2 pages maximum) addressing how you meet the minimum qualifications and desired attributes and preferences as appropriate and (2) a resume detailing your lived, learned and professional experience. Failure to provide a resume or cover letter will disqualify you from consideration.

Visit the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage to submit your application. Be sure to follow all application submission requirements.

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Benefits of Joining Our Team

We offer a workplace that balances productivity with enjoyment; promotes an atmosphere of respect, dedication, and purpose. You will collaborate with a team of smart, experienced and dedicated people with whom you will work and learn. If you are motivated to do something meaningful that changes lives, the Oregon Health Authority is the place for you. We also offer a competitive benefits package including:

  • Excellent medical, vision, and dental benefits package for the employee and qualified family members with a very low monthly out‑of‑pocket cost.
  • Optional life insurance, short‑term disability, long‑term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
  • Employee benefits include 11 paid holidays, 3 personal business days, hours of monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at hours per month.
  • Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
  • Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
  • Training opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.
Additional Details

Employment is contingent upon passing a background check including a criminal records check and a driving records check if applicable that meets OHA criteria at the time of hire and throughout employment.

The information in your application will be used to complete an Equal Pay Analysis to determine salary placement upon hire. Visit the Department of Administrative Services Equal Pay Analysis Webpage for more information.

The salary listed is the non‑PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect the additional 6.95%. Review the Classification and Compensation page for more details on the classification.

Agency does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete I‑9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. OHA will use E‑Verify to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet Agency employment eligibility standards.

The Oregon Health Authority is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer, committed to fair employment practices and pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate based on any protected class—including race, sex, veteran status, disability, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, or sexual orientation—and we do not screen applicants based on current or past compensation. Salary is determined through a fair review of your education, experience, and training as it relates to the position.

OHA strives to be an anti‑racist organization working to eliminate health inequities in Oregon by 2030. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Info:

  • Company: Ohioleaguefornursing
  • Position: Chief Nursing Officer
  • Work Location: Portland
  • Country: US

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